Elevation Recruitment Group is working with a well-established manufacturer in to recruit an experienced Shift Manager to join their facility in Newark. This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for people, safety and performance across a busy production operation.
You’ll lead from the front, supporting your team to achieve production targets while improving quality, efficiency, cost and operational standards.
Salary: £53,000
Hours: 4on, 4off days/nights
Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution
Personal development and progression opportunities
Key Responsibilities of the Shift Manager include:
- Plan, coordinate and lead all shift activities to deliver production targets safely and efficiently
- Manage labour and resources to meet operational requirements and agreed KPIs
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across the operation
- Support, coach and develop team members, building capability and accountability across the shift
- Manage performance, attendance and other people-related matters effectively
- Promote a continuous improvement culture and encourage employees to contribute ideas
- Identify opportunities to reduce operating costs, energy consumption and production waste
- Improve product quality, yield and right-first-time performance
- Work closely with maintenance and technical teams to minimise disruption and improve plant performance
We’re keen to speak with Shift Managers with the following skills & experience:
- Previous experience leading teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- A strong understanding of health and safety within an operational setting
- Experience managing production targets, KPIs, labour and operational performance
- The ability to build effective teams and manage conflict confidently
- A practical, proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively at every level
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Confidence using IT systems to monitor and report performance
- IOSH Managing Safely would be advantageous
Reach out to Emma Bartholomew at Elevation Recruitment Group directly for further details.
